Post by: D-Rock425 on March 04, 2019, 08:31:34 AM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 04, 2019, 09:21:47 AM
Post by: Stein on March 04, 2019, 09:29:39 AM
Personally, I just can't stand a heavy stiff boot that most people use.
Post by: boneaddict on March 04, 2019, 09:31:06 AM
Post by: 7mmfan on March 04, 2019, 09:35:25 AM
Post by: CoryTDF on March 04, 2019, 10:02:05 AM
Post by: cbond3318 on March 04, 2019, 10:23:26 AM
I know they have a bad reputation, but I am very happy with my 2 year old Danner Pronghorns. They changed the design a couple years ago and they are substantially better than the ones they were making the last 10 years. I have achilles issues and need an athletic fit boot with good ankle support. I tried some of the stiffer sole Meindl's, but didn't like them.
:yeah: I have 2 year round seasons on my Pronghorns currently and they have done well. I was skeptical when I bought them but they were on sale and couldn't pass them up. I stay up on my Obenhauf's treatment between uses and i dont see any signs of them dying this year. :twocents:
Post by: JS444 on March 04, 2019, 05:45:07 PM
Post by: Timberstalker on March 04, 2019, 06:59:01 PM
2nd set. They’ve been good.
Post by: MHWASH on March 04, 2019, 07:11:14 PM
Kennetrek Hard Scrabbles
Same here
Post by: dhjnesommer on March 04, 2019, 07:20:18 PM
Post by: 92xj on March 04, 2019, 07:34:42 PM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on March 04, 2019, 08:17:27 PM
Kennetrek Mtn. Extremes.
2nd set. They’ve been good.
:yeah:
Post by: CementFinisher on March 04, 2019, 08:31:57 PM
Post by: Mudman on March 04, 2019, 08:42:25 PM
Post by: actionshooter on March 04, 2019, 08:43:55 PM
not happy with Kenetreks (didn't fit well in the heel) and Danners don't last me 6 months.
Post by: GoldenRing270 on March 04, 2019, 08:50:10 PM
Post by: kcountryman on March 04, 2019, 09:16:31 PM
Post by: Shawn Ryan on March 04, 2019, 09:59:11 PM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 05, 2019, 05:01:03 AM
Post by: Tbob on March 05, 2019, 05:22:55 AM
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on March 05, 2019, 07:01:47 AM
Been using my lowa renegades the last few years and love em! Grabbed a pair of Crispi Thor’s this year and still trying them out. So far though, I prefer the Lowas.
Just fyi IME the Thor is actually quite rigid. I have not used a renegade, but I would not be surprised if it is a stiffer profile. I put a lot of miles on the thors in the backcountry of Idaho in September and while I wouldn't call it overkill I could tell my feet weren't used to a boot that stiff. I typically don't need that much support and stiffness. It did loosen up over time, but its hard to see looking at the boot construction and weight.
Post by: baker5150 on March 05, 2019, 07:17:50 AM
I have always liked the Danner pronghorns, they fit and feel great, but they just don't hold up. I still own a pair, but I wouldn't take them into the backcountry.
Post by: BIGDOG253 on March 05, 2019, 08:48:32 AM
Post by: birddogdad on March 05, 2019, 08:52:02 AM
Another Kenetrek vote. I love mine, and never have had any issues, other than the price.
I have always liked the Danner pronghorns, they fit and feel great, but they just don't hold up. I still own a pair, but I wouldn't take them into the backcountry.
if your military, Kenetrek will give you 25% off direct.
Post by: HikerHunter on March 05, 2019, 09:47:16 AM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 05, 2019, 09:59:23 AM
Meindl has gotten so cheap I wont touch them anymore
You literally couldn't pay me to wear a pair of leaky kennetrex
Scarpa kenisis pro gtx is still one of my favorite boots.
Used two new additions to the boot lineup this last season. Soloman hikers (loved them but one week in Nevada and they now look like racing slicks :chuckle:) and the Asolo fugitive gtx. The fugitive is a kick butt boot!
I've yet to try any crispi but with the mountains of failures I've seen from friends I think I'll pass.
Post by: fishngamereaper on March 05, 2019, 10:18:48 AM
Early season I really love my Salomon Quests. Light, durable and super comfy out of the box.
Post by: Tbob on March 06, 2019, 12:00:02 AM
I have been using Crispi since before they were cool. So far I haven't had a boot not fit me well, I am currently using the Thors and Nevada. I prefer not to have "all around" boots but if I did the Summit would be my pick. I have tried the all the big names in their flagship models and none have been as good of fit and function for me.Been using my lowa renegades the last few years and love em! Grabbed a pair of Crispi Thor’s this year and still trying them out. So far though, I prefer the Lowas.
Just fyi IME the Thor is actually quite rigid. I have not used a renegade, but I would not be surprised if it is a stiffer profile. I put a lot of miles on the thors in the backcountry of Idaho in September and while I wouldn't call it overkill I could tell my feet weren't used to a boot that stiff. I typically don't need that much support and stiffness. It did loosen up over time, but its hard to see looking at the boot construction and weight.
Yeah, I totally agree about the Thor’s. I’m not used to such a rigid boot. They’re okay so far, but the lowas are just perfect for me.. I’ll be doing a ton of hunting this coming season so I’ll give those Thor’s a bit of a workout and see what I think.. I’ve just noticed I slip a lot more on those crispis. Maybe because of that rigidness? Rocks, downed trees, you name it and I’m usually slippin.
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 06, 2019, 05:10:28 AM
Post by: opdinkslayer on March 06, 2019, 05:56:03 AM
I also have a pair of Lowas & they are just ok for me. No leaks but the comfort & fit for my feet isn’t there. Can’t remember the model name. Not sure I will try another pair in another model.
The only certain thing I know about boots is they don’t fit everybody & you can buy 2 pair from the best of makers & 1 be bulletproof & the other be junk. :twocents:
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on March 06, 2019, 08:35:32 AM
I have been using Crispi since before they were cool. So far I haven't had a boot not fit me well, I am currently using the Thors and Nevada. I prefer not to have "all around" boots but if I did the Summit would be my pick. I have tried the all the big names in their flagship models and none have been as good of fit and function for me.Been using my lowa renegades the last few years and love em! Grabbed a pair of Crispi Thor’s this year and still trying them out. So far though, I prefer the Lowas.
Just fyi IME the Thor is actually quite rigid. I have not used a renegade, but I would not be surprised if it is a stiffer profile. I put a lot of miles on the thors in the backcountry of Idaho in September and while I wouldn't call it overkill I could tell my feet weren't used to a boot that stiff. I typically don't need that much support and stiffness. It did loosen up over time, but its hard to see looking at the boot construction and weight.
Yeah, I totally agree about the Thor’s. I’m not used to such a rigid boot. They’re okay so far, but the lowas are just perfect for me.. I’ll be doing a ton of hunting this coming season so I’ll give those Thor’s a bit of a workout and see what I think.. I’ve just noticed I slip a lot more on those crispis. Maybe because of that rigidness? Rocks, downed trees, you name it and I’m usually slippin.
The more rigid the boot the more opportunity for your foot to rub. It will help the more broken in it gets. I also swap insoles in nearly all my boots. I use green super feet, and the insole profile helps eliminate foot movement inside the boot.
Post by: savagehunter on March 06, 2019, 10:12:54 PM
Post by: milldozer on March 07, 2019, 08:19:09 AM
Really digging lasportiva right now. Just well thought out and built.
Meindl has gotten so cheap I wont touch them anymore
You literally couldn't pay me to wear a pair of leaky kennetrex
Scarpa kenisis pro gtx is still one of my favorite boots.
Used two new additions to the boot lineup this last season. Soloman hikers (loved them but one week in Nevada and they now look like racing slicks :chuckle:) and the Asolo fugitive gtx. The fugitive is a kick butt boot!
I've yet to try any crispi but with the mountains of failures I've seen from friends I think I'll pass.
Care to elaborate on the failures? I've been looking at getting some Crispis for the upcoming year.
Post by: Stein on March 07, 2019, 10:42:42 AM
I like going light on the footwear and don't really need much ankle support so I will typically wear a trail running shoe with GTX liner and short gaitors. I feel like I'm different than most on that selection though.
I’m with you, light and plenty of room for the toes to work like they are designed. I save the stiff heavy boots for Everest.
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Post by: wjbiddi05 on March 07, 2019, 12:29:00 PM
Post by: addicted on March 07, 2019, 01:26:21 PM
Meindls have been the most waterproof. The Kenny's leaked on the right one just out of the box which makes me think I just got unlucky. Crispi sent me three pairs of lemons in a row in their Dakota model. After that fiasco I called black ovis and asked for my money back. They obliged and offered me a boot discount which got me into a pair of crispi nevadas. I was astounded how dissapointed I was in a $400 boot. Didn't breath, tread was falling apart halfway through the first season, ankle support was minimal, waterproof started the season at about 6-7 hours and ended up around 1-2 hours halfway through the first season. On a preference issue they were too soft for the Cascades too. Crispi resoled them and a guy got a deal from me at $150. Too much hype behind crispi, I'm sure they feel great to a guy who has only hunted in shi tty danner pronghorns or under armor tennis shoe boots.
I always use brand specific water proofing and quality gaitors
Post by: HikerHunter on March 07, 2019, 01:30:05 PM
I like going light on the footwear and don't really need much ankle support so I will typically wear a trail running shoe with GTX liner and short gaitors. I feel like I'm different than most on that selection though.
I’m with you, light and plenty of room for the toes to work like they are designed. I save the stiff heavy boots for Everest.
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Nice, there is another! Agree with the width comment too, I'm always getting the wide version.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 07, 2019, 02:01:45 PM
sole separation, leaking, grommets and eyelets coming off, rand separation.Really digging lasportiva right now. Just well thought out and built.
Meindl has gotten so cheap I wont touch them anymore
You literally couldn't pay me to wear a pair of leaky kennetrex
Scarpa kenisis pro gtx is still one of my favorite boots.
Used two new additions to the boot lineup this last season. Soloman hikers (loved them but one week in Nevada and they now look like racing slicks :chuckle:) and the Asolo fugitive gtx. The fugitive is a kick butt boot!
I've yet to try any crispi but with the mountains of failures I've seen from friends I think I'll pass.
Care to elaborate on the failures? I've been looking at getting some Crispis for the upcoming year.
Buglebuster from this forum is one of them. His rands are peeling after just a few months
Post by: Wunderlich33 on March 07, 2019, 02:05:45 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 07, 2019, 02:07:16 PM
Post by: milldozer on March 07, 2019, 02:53:58 PM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on March 07, 2019, 08:50:25 PM
Post by: The scout on March 07, 2019, 08:59:01 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 07, 2019, 09:06:34 PM
Post by: actionshooter on March 07, 2019, 09:14:12 PM
Everyone’s feet are different, good luck. I have ran through darn near every high end brand of boot and I’m still looking.
This is a fact.... I am into my boots for a lot of $ but being able to do what we do with out pain is priceless. Lathrop hooked me up bigtime. I totally recommend those guys if you are having a hard time finding the right boot.
Post by: Houndhunter on March 07, 2019, 09:26:04 PM
Post by: addicted on March 07, 2019, 09:37:55 PM
Post by: MLHSN on March 08, 2019, 01:57:49 AM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 08, 2019, 04:51:12 AM
Post by: grundy53 on March 08, 2019, 04:55:21 AM
If you look closely you'll see that Lathrop and son's mountain extremes are lowa Cevedale which can be had for way cheap now that the are discontinued. They are still easy to find. Check out high angle hunters website.Camofire has Lowa cevedales for sale right now. $229 unfortunately only size 9, 9.5, and 10. I got excited when I saw them on there. Then extremely disappointed when I saw the sizes. lol
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Post by: D-Rock425 on March 08, 2019, 06:07:11 AM
I got a pair of them last week from camo fire.If you look closely you'll see that Lathrop and son's mountain extremes are lowa Cevedale which can be had for way cheap now that the are discontinued. They are still easy to find. Check out high angle hunters website.Camofire has Lowa cevedales for sale right now. $229 unfortunately only size 9, 9.5, and 10. I got excited when I saw them on there. Then extremely disappointed when I saw the sizes. lol
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Post by: milldozer on March 08, 2019, 11:10:46 AM
Post by: Buckhunter24 on March 08, 2019, 03:39:42 PM
A good all leather boot from Nicks or really any of the smaller boot builders in Spokane is the best for temps above freezing imo. If you havent worn them before, the break in period will suck, but they will fit like a glove after and you can hike all day in them no issues.
The downside is they arent great for cold temperatures. I wear hoffman pac boots in the winter and they are fine for shorter distances but are a heavy boot.
Post by: MLHSN on March 09, 2019, 07:31:23 AM
Well Marc you might want to step up to some good boots then
I've never really had a problem throwing down some miles, crappy boots or not, I've never really gotten blisters. I still love me some trail runners. Climbed Abernathy from scatter lake in a pair, and then climbed down the other side to the mine and lake.
Post by: Limhangerslayer on March 09, 2019, 09:04:00 AM
Really digging lasportiva right now. Just well thought out and built.+1 on the scarpas. I'm on my second pair now in the last four years. And A lot of days on them. I've literally worn the soles off the first pair and they are still comfortable and holding together
Meindl has gotten so cheap I wont touch them anymore
You literally couldn't pay me to wear a pair of leaky kennetrex
Scarpa kenisis pro gtx is still one of my favorite boots.
Used two new additions to the boot lineup this last season. Soloman hikers (loved them but one week in Nevada and they now look like racing slicks :chuckle:) and the Asolo fugitive gtx. The fugitive is a kick butt boot!
I've yet to try any crispi but with the mountains of failures I've seen from friends I think I'll pass.
Post by: Jimmy33 on March 10, 2019, 08:27:01 PM
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Post by: Shawn Ryan on March 11, 2019, 04:23:30 PM
Hoka speed goats
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Off trail? I have an older pair of Hoka Mafate's for trail running. I've "unintentionally" used them off trail, but they were terrible. Was/am considering the Tor mid or hi's for backpacking--on trail only, though.
Post by: Jimmy33 on March 11, 2019, 04:37:28 PM
Yes, I use them for the whole month of September and in to early October. I really like them. They aren’t a really grippy expensive pair of boots as far as traction goes, but I like how light they are and they do well enough for me.Hoka speed goats
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Post by: O. hemionus on March 11, 2019, 09:20:25 PM
Post by: Utah on March 11, 2019, 11:35:20 PM
My buddy has had two eyelets pop off of two different pairs of crispi boots.
Which style Crispis.. Best mountain boot I've ever owned.
Post by: spin05 on March 12, 2019, 03:22:08 AM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 12, 2019, 05:01:22 AM
Post by: idaho guy on March 12, 2019, 09:25:22 AM
Kennetrek for me
I just got a pair of kennetreck been using for hound hunting this winter best pair of boots I have had so far👍 Had Mendels before
Post by: Naches Sportsman on March 12, 2019, 09:31:53 AM
Check out the new Hoffman Explorers. You wont be disappointed . https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=hoffman+explorers+boots&fr=yfp-t&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg#id=4&iurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg&action=clickToo bad they aren't waterproof. The original pair I bought in November wasn't and this pair leaks too. It's a solid stable boot though.
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 12, 2019, 12:50:24 PM
Post by: huntnfmly on March 12, 2019, 12:56:37 PM
They're stiff but the ankle support is great.
Very solid boot
Post by: xwizard50 on March 12, 2019, 01:23:22 PM
Post by: carlyoungs on March 13, 2019, 06:39:51 PM
Post by: 92xj on March 13, 2019, 06:59:04 PM
Post by: Weehunt66 on March 13, 2019, 07:10:21 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 13, 2019, 07:19:45 PM
Post by: Stein on March 13, 2019, 07:27:31 PM
Post by: carlyoungs on March 13, 2019, 07:40:23 PM
Post by: Timberstalker on March 13, 2019, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 13, 2019, 08:10:03 PM
Anyone have any experience with these Scarpas?I'd pass
Post by: Timberstalker on March 13, 2019, 08:17:49 PM
Post by: jjhunter on March 13, 2019, 08:20:29 PM
My hunting partner called them my “ski boots”
Post by: Karl Blanchard on March 13, 2019, 08:37:50 PM
Because ?ran narrow and was damn stiff and that's saying a lot because I like a stiff boot. I'd go scarpa kenisis pro gtx over big orange every day of the week.
Post by: addicted on March 13, 2019, 11:34:45 PM
I can't figure out why more companies don't go with a Vibram sole, other than cost I guess. I have a pair of boots with Vibram soles that probably 1/2 the miles are on pavement training and total have well over 300 miles on them and they still have plenty of tread.
Vibram soles on my crispis had chunks falling off at 250 miles. Though I do think more high end companies than not use vibram. I think crispi was bragging about their special blend vibram
Post by: spin05 on March 14, 2019, 01:12:29 AM
Check out the new Hoffman Explorers. You wont be disappointed . https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=hoffman+explorers+boots&fr=yfp-t&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg#id=4&iurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg&action=clickToo bad they aren't waterproof. The original pair I bought in November wasn't and this pair leaks too. It's a solid stable boot though.
Send em back. They will take care of ya. Never had my leak yet and it rained the entire elk season in st helens
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 14, 2019, 04:52:18 AM
Post by: Timberstalker on March 14, 2019, 05:04:15 AM
The first pair I had were too narrow I sent them back after a short time and got a wider pair. I suggest you do the same.
This is the Hoffman you are referencing?
Post by: 92xj on March 14, 2019, 06:10:43 AM
Because ?
What type of boot are you looking for?
I started with salomons years ago, loved them, but they leaked and were a middle of the road boot.
I then went through some Crispi Summits, alright boot but my foot never really loved.
Crispis Nevadas were next. Non insulated, I really like the boot, currently still have and wear them often. But my feet run hot so this winter I went on the search for a stiff boot but a little lighter weight and good breathability.
I started with the Scarpa Zodiac Tech. Liked the boot, but I could not get a good heel seat. No matter how I laced my heel would move after a couple of flights of stairs. Sent them back and tried the Charmoz, same thing.
Next up was the Salewa Raven 2 GTX. The boot is super stiff, somewhat breathable, fit amazing and my heel stayed put. The problem for me, these were a little too "hardcore" for me. The lacing system is amazing...for Everest climbers. They have cam style locking eyelets and 3 different locking zones in the laces. I loved the customization, but too much effort and too much boot for me. Next was the Salewa Crow GTX. This boot is the greatest boot I have tried so far. The fit and feel is fantastic. Stiff sole, breathable, flexible upper with a great ankle support. My heel locks in and never moves. There is a cable that wraps around the heel that really keeps everything put. The footbed is amazing. It comes out and has two different sections that you can configure to your likings, hard to explain but its amazing. I like a wider toe box and these fit the bill. I have 2 months in them, 30+miles never needed the infamous break-in, take some getting used to if you never have had a super stiff sole.
https://www.backcountry.com/salewa-crow-gtx-boot-mens?skid=SFW002P-BLA-S7&ti=UExQIEJyYW5kOlNhbGV3YSBNZW4ncyBIaWtpbmcgJiBCYWNrcGFja2luZyBCb290cyAmIFNob2VzOjE6NzoxMDAwMDEwMDVfYmMtbW5zaGtuZ2Jja3Bja25nYnRzc2hz
Post by: Timberstalker on March 14, 2019, 02:24:51 PM
I like the look of the Asolo Hunter Extreme, but they look like they are discontinued.
The scarpas I posted earlier look good - but maybe too stiff according to many people.
The Hoffman explorer looks ok - but the limited reviews show them as non-waterproof.
I have some time to research. That's my start.
Post by: Timberstalker on March 14, 2019, 02:26:43 PM
Those Salewa's look good, but I'm worried they aren't tall enough. :twocents:
Post by: Magnum_Willys on March 14, 2019, 02:46:20 PM
Too Mellenial looking for me. Hehe.Because ?
What type of boot are you looking for?
I started with salomons years ago, loved them, but they leaked and were a middle of the road boot.
I then went through some Crispi Summits, alright boot but my foot never really loved.
Crispis Nevadas were next. Non insulated, I really like the boot, currently still have and wear them often. But my feet run hot so this winter I went on the search for a stiff boot but a little lighter weight and good breathability.
I started with the Scarpa Zodiac Tech. Liked the boot, but I could not get a good heel seat. No matter how I laced my heel would move after a couple of flights of stairs. Sent them back and tried the Charmoz, same thing.
Next up was the Salewa Raven 2 GTX. The boot is super stiff, somewhat breathable, fit amazing and my heel stayed put. The problem for me, these were a little too "hardcore" for me. The lacing system is amazing...for Everest climbers. They have cam style locking eyelets and 3 different locking zones in the laces. I loved the customization, but too much effort and too much boot for me. Next was the Salewa Crow GTX. This boot is the greatest boot I have tried so far. The fit and feel is fantastic. Stiff sole, breathable, flexible upper with a great ankle support. My heel locks in and never moves. There is a cable that wraps around the heel that really keeps everything put. The footbed is amazing. It comes out and has two different sections that you can configure to your likings, hard to explain but its amazing. I like a wider toe box and these fit the bill. I have 2 months in them, 30+miles never needed the infamous break-in, take some getting used to if you never have had a super stiff sole.
https://www.backcountry.com/salewa-crow-gtx-boot-mens?skid=SFW002P-BLA-S7&ti=UExQIEJyYW5kOlNhbGV3YSBNZW4ncyBIaWtpbmcgJiBCYWNrcGFja2luZyBCb290cyAmIFNob2VzOjE6NzoxMDAwMDEwMDVfYmMtbW5zaGtuZ2Jja3Bja25nYnRzc2hz
Post by: jackelope on March 14, 2019, 03:05:44 PM
Post by: Crunchy on March 14, 2019, 03:52:29 PM
@Sigmanu262
OK I am a little behind the times. What does this do "@sigmanu262"?
Post by: fishngamereaper on March 14, 2019, 03:54:58 PM
@Sigmanu262
OK I am a little behind the times. What does this do "@sigmanu262"?
@ sends a direct message to the user.
Post by: huntnfmly on March 14, 2019, 03:56:49 PM
It puts a alert to that person@Sigmanu262
OK I am a little behind the times. What does this do "@sigmanu262"?
@Crunchy
Post by: Sigmanu262 on March 14, 2019, 10:07:47 PM
Post by: Crunchy on March 14, 2019, 10:20:35 PM
It puts a alert to that person@Sigmanu262
OK I am a little behind the times. What does this do "@sigmanu262"?
@Crunchy
How does he get the alert? sorry if it sounds like I am a little slow, but this @ thing has had me pondering.
Post by: huntnfmly on March 14, 2019, 11:04:25 PM
Did you get your alert I made?It puts a alert to that person@Sigmanu262
OK I am a little behind the times. What does this do "@sigmanu262"?
@Crunchy
How does he get the alert? sorry if it sounds like I am a little slow, but this @ thing has had me pondering.
It should show up by your profile menu
Post by: Crunchy on March 14, 2019, 11:13:54 PM
Post by: Naches Sportsman on March 16, 2019, 09:53:50 PM
Check out the new Hoffman Explorers. You wont be disappointed . https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=hoffman+explorers+boots&fr=yfp-t&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg#id=4&iurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg&action=clickToo bad they aren't waterproof. The original pair I bought in November wasn't and this pair leaks too. It's a solid stable boot though.
Send em back. They will take care of ya. Never had my leak yet and it rained the entire elk season in st helens
@spin05
Curious when you bought yours? I must have got two pairs from a bad batch.
Will be calling Monday and sending them in. I see all this talk on elk addicts and other sites about them and have buddies that have had good success without leaky boots, so I want to give them another try. Just trying to ge ty $370 out of a pair of boots, but its been difficult so far.
Post by: spin05 on March 18, 2019, 03:17:01 AM
Post by: Wolf in the Mountains on March 22, 2019, 07:22:59 PM
Post by: ian_padron on March 24, 2019, 02:00:11 PM
The Crispis are in a league of their own for comfort, fit, and function. Super lightweight, still plenty of support, they don't leak, and the built in rocker noticeably improves the efficiency of my approach, especially with a heavy pack.
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Post by: ian_padron on March 24, 2019, 02:00:52 PM
I go as light as possible. In September I use Altra Lone Peak, the mesh for early and Gore Tex later when there is frost or light snow. During rifle season, I use the Altras when there is no snow and then move to a typical insulated boot. I have a pair of Cabelas brand that have been holding up great.Altras are sweet. Love my lone peaks for scouting.
Personally, I just can't stand a heavy stiff boot that most people use.
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Post by: brotherwoodrow on April 08, 2019, 02:20:57 PM
Post by: addicted on April 08, 2019, 07:29:25 PM
Anyone have experience running the Danner Powderhorn 10"?
Looks like a soft soled danner elk hunter with lesser tread
Post by: ShedHead20 on April 08, 2019, 08:01:05 PM
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Post by: Skyvalhunter on April 08, 2019, 08:13:40 PM
Post by: addicted on April 09, 2019, 11:19:41 AM
But what if I am hunting the later season
How cold do your feet get? I just did a below zero trip uninsulated but that just me and the nature of that trip.
Post by: Skyvalhunter on April 09, 2019, 11:24:14 AM
Post by: firehawk87 on April 12, 2019, 02:34:50 AM
Post by: Big6bull on May 13, 2019, 03:48:54 PM
Post by: bigdub257 on May 13, 2019, 04:39:01 PM
How many of you buy 1/2 size bigger boots?
I did after the suggestion during a conversation with Lathrop & Sons. Made a huge difference for me.
Post by: ridgefire on May 13, 2019, 07:39:20 PM
Post by: TriggerMike on May 24, 2019, 09:33:17 AM
Post by: jeffitz on May 24, 2019, 09:37:42 AM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on May 24, 2019, 09:43:33 AM
How many of you buy 1/2 size bigger boots?Thats a given, otherwise jam toes going downhill and cut off circulation with heavy sox. Can always add insole.
Post by: nwmein199 on May 24, 2019, 09:44:33 AM
best boot for the money is the Irish Setter Elk Tracker - not super light weight but great boots / very comfortable and easy break in
:yeah:
Post by: slowhand on May 24, 2019, 10:53:35 AM
best boot for the money is the Irish Setter Elk Tracker - not super light weight but great boots / very comfortable and easy break inx2
Post by: dilleytech on June 04, 2019, 03:06:16 PM
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Post by: HoytHunter24 on June 20, 2019, 10:02:05 AM
Post by: ljsommer on June 20, 2019, 10:42:23 AM
My last set of boots were fine up to 5 miles. Past 5 miles, nothing I could do would prevent heel blistering. Cabela's wouldn't accept the return as they'd been visibly worn outside.
REI will let me return these things no matter what for a year. So far the Zamberlains are holding up great (please oh please let that continue....)
Post by: shmacker on June 20, 2019, 11:31:43 AM
Post by: elkrack on June 20, 2019, 01:33:57 PM
Just got Zamberlain GTX on sale at REI. I won't buy boots from anywhere else in the future, I think, simply due to how hard it is to figure out if a boot is going to work for you.
My last set of boots were fine up to 5 miles. Past 5 miles, nothing I could do would prevent heel blistering. Cabela's wouldn't accept the return as they'd been visibly worn outside.
REI will let me return these things no matter what for a year. So far the Zamberlains are holding up great (please oh please let that continue....)
Same boot I picked up. So far so good :tup:
Post by: kselkhunter on June 20, 2019, 02:09:04 PM
Just got Zamberlain GTX on sale at REI. I won't buy boots from anywhere else in the future, I think, simply due to how hard it is to figure out if a boot is going to work for you.
My last set of boots were fine up to 5 miles. Past 5 miles, nothing I could do would prevent heel blistering. Cabela's wouldn't accept the return as they'd been visibly worn outside.
REI will let me return these things no matter what for a year. So far the Zamberlains are holding up great (please oh please let that continue....)
Same boot I picked up. So far so good :tup:
Love my Zamberlan's. After many years of no issues, I managed to get a deep cut in the leather bad enough to harm the waterproofness this year (not the boots fault, my fault for tripping on the sharp rocks). Zamberlan's North America service (cobbler) is in Seattle which is nice. Rather than take my money for the analysis of the boot the guy told me to just save my money and put shoe goo on it. So far so good on maintaining waterproofness with the recommended fix. The real test will be this November's backcountry hunt in the rain/snow. But these boots have lasted me far longer than they realistically could be expected to. I'll eventually replace them with a new pair someday.
Post by: vandeman17 on June 20, 2019, 02:20:52 PM
https://www.zamberlanusa.com/product/9789555/1005-hunter-pro-gtx-rr-wl-hunting-boots-waxed-chestnut
Post by: ljsommer on June 20, 2019, 02:22:27 PM
Is this the boot you guys are referring to?
https://www.zamberlanusa.com/product/9789555/1005-hunter-pro-gtx-rr-wl-hunting-boots-waxed-chestnut
The ones I ended up with are:
https://www.rei.com/product/774690/zamberlan-vioz-gtx-hiking-boots-mens?cm_mmc=email_tran-_-order_conf-_-20190527-_-bt_prod1&ev36=&RMID=OrderConfirm_PROD&RRID=1055222&ev11=
But those look pretty fantastic as well.
Post by: kselkhunter on June 20, 2019, 02:30:10 PM
Is this the boot you guys are referring to?
https://www.zamberlanusa.com/product/9789555/1005-hunter-pro-gtx-rr-wl-hunting-boots-waxed-chestnut
Those are the hunting model of the ones we're referring to. The rubber rand and taller boot would be nice for hunting. The Vioz GTX has held up nicely for many years. My next Zamberlain pair might be those Hunter Pros. That 30% off sale in the link is nice. Those things don't go on sale often.
Post by: ljsommer on June 20, 2019, 02:31:58 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on June 20, 2019, 02:35:03 PM
Is this the boot you guys are referring to?
https://www.zamberlanusa.com/product/9789555/1005-hunter-pro-gtx-rr-wl-hunting-boots-waxed-chestnut
Those are the hunting model of the ones we're referring to. The rubber rand and taller boot would be nice for hunting. The Vioz GTX has held up nicely for many years. My next Zamberlain pair might be those Hunter Pros. That 30% off sale in the link is nice. Those things don't go on sale often.
I have a pair of Crispi's I bought last fall and they just don't seem to fit my feet right so I am shopping. Would be easier to do if I could just sell my other boots but might have to bite the bullet and scoop these up.
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 20, 2019, 02:37:25 PM